Do you want a photo printer (six ink) or just good colour? A4, A4+ or large format?

Both Canon and Epson have good reports on their 9 series models, and best results are on their own branded paper.

One thing to consider is that Canon uses dye inks which may fade relatively quickly (months in some cases), and Epson uses pigment inks which last considerably longer (years) with the right paper.

I have also read posts on other forums of a "major announcement" to be made in the middle of August by a leading printer manufacturer. Rumours are of a new model, new technology or improved printing method. So it may be worth waiting a while.